Looked-After Children Social Worker – Wiltshire 37h £40ph

Eden Brown Synergy; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Competitive pay rate

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Social Worker for the Looked After Children’s Team in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This long-term contract involves 37 hours per week and pays up to £40 per hour. The post emphasizes strong support from a capable management structure and regular contacts with external agencies.

Requirements include Children in Care and safeguarding experience, SW England registration, excellent report writing, and driving/own car preferred for out-of-county visits within the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Children in Care and safeguarding legislation.
• Registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK.
• Full driving licence and access to own car preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop pathway plans for looked after children.
• Visit children in care and support young people.
• Handle complex cases with management support.
• Maintain close links with external agencies and service providers.
• Hold a full caseload and assist with the duty rota; car for out-of-county visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Children in Care experience

Safeguarding experience

UK work eligibility

Education

Social Work England registration

Job description

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Social Worker for the Looked After Children’s Team in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This long-term contract involves 37 hours per week and pays up to £40 per hour. The post emphasizes strong support from a capable management structure and regular contacts with external agencies.

Requirements include Children in Care and safeguarding experience, SW England registration, excellent report writing, and driving/own car preferred for out-of-county visits within the UK.